Description

Creamy chicken pasta with sun-dried tomatoes is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a rich, velvety sauce. Perfect for cozy nights or festive gatherings, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also visually stunning and bursting with flavor. Treat yourself or impress your guests with this comforting meal that brings smiles to the table.

Ingredients

Scale

3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
1 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
1 cup heavy cream
4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cups fresh spinach (optional)
1 tsp Italian seasoning
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Prepare your ingredients: Chop garlic and sun-dried tomatoes.
Cook the Pasta: In a large pot of salted water, boil pasta until al dente. Reserve some pasta water before draining.
Sauté Chicken & Garlic: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook diced chicken seasoned with salt and pepper until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes). Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
Add Sun-Dried Tomatoes & Cream: Stir in chopped sun-dried tomatoes and heavy cream; simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
Toss in Pasta & Cheese: Combine drained pasta with the chicken mixture and toss with grated Parmesan until creamy.
Add Spinach: Fold in fresh spinach until wilted (about 1-2 minutes) and adjust seasoning as needed before serving hot.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Sautéing
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 590
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 480mg
Fat: 32g
Saturated Fat: 17g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 140mg

Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding roasted red peppers or using different types of cheese. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently on low heat.